Following Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in the summer of 2013, Wenger took over the mantle as the Premier League’s longest-serving boss which stretches back to 1996.

Within that time, the French boss has guided the Gunners to three Premier League triumphs, five FA Cup successes and a Champions League final in 2006.

However, it’s not just the trophies which have been so impressive but the way Wenger has reinvented himself to adapt with the changes of Premier League football and his rebuilding methods.

Van Gaal is in his first season with the Red Devils, and after being placed under pressure already following a number of inconsistent performances he only had admiration for Wenger’s work in North London.

For a number of years, his inability to identify and strengthen key areas of the team has led to frustrations and last season’s FA Cup success was the club’s first trophy in as many as nine years.

United and the Gunners’ clash at Old Trafford on Monday arguably represents the last chance of silverware for these two powerhouses this season, and it's an opportunity which shouldn’t be taken lightly.

Tom Thorogood

I'm a 27 year old language teacher and writer based out in Mexico with a passion for football and swimming. I like to focus on the top European Leagues, especially La Liga, as well as the footballing development in Central and South America. My favourite teams include Derby County, Barcelona and Jagaures de Chiapas.